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Connect with your car's remote start system by phone and the SmartStart AppNow you can use your iPhone, Android or BlackBerry® to start your car, lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk, or activate the panic mode. Python's DSM200 SmartStart module communicates with your Python or Viper security system through the 3G cellular network and Wi-Fi. When you've got service, your smartphone will do things your keychain remote could never do. The module will alert you with a text message that your alarm has been tripped, even if you're hundreds of miles away.

We offer vehicle-specific interfaces that you'll need to complete your remote start installation. Please identify your vehicle as we review every order to make sure you've got everything you need. You'll need a smartphone and a remote start system in your car in order to use this Python module.

Connect with your car's remote start system by phone and the SmartStart App
Now you can use your iPhone, Android or BlackBerry® to start your car, lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk, or activate the panic mode. Python's DSM200 SmartStart module communicates with your Python or Viper security system through the 3G cellular network and Wi-Fi. When you've got service, your smartphone will do things your keychain remote could never do. The module will alert you with a text message that your alarm has been tripped, even if you're hundreds of miles away.

Newfound convenience
It's no fun carrying your keys when you're exercising. Go jogging with your iPhone, and SmartStart allows you to leave your keys and other valuables locked in your car. Your daughter calls to say she's locked herself out of the car — no problem, you can open it up from home. Start your car from the supermarket checkout line so it's cooled off when you get the groceries out there. The possibilities are endless.

Once you've installed the module into your compatible Python or Viper security or remote start system, just download the free app from the iTunes® App Store, BlackBerry App World, or the Android Market site.

Multiple vehicles
You can install a SmartStart module in all your vehicles, and touch your screen to choose which vehicle to access. Using the SmartStart module requires a service plan. And no more worries when you're on the road. SmartStart service plans include free 24/7/365 roadside assistance at no additional charge. Warranty: 1 year.

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Features

Overview: The DSM200 SmartStart module, made by Directed Electronics,
allows you to operate specific functions of your Directed SmartStart-ready car
security or remote start system from your Apple iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
SmartStart technology is also compatible with some Blackberry and Android
smartphones. The free SmartStart application can be downloaded to your iPhone,
iPad, iPod touch, or compatible smartphone from the
Apple iTunes App Store, Blackberry App World, or Android Market site, depending
upon which brand you own. A service plan is required, but not included.

Note: The iPod touch and iPad communicate with the vehicle via
Wi-Fi. The vehicle's SmartStart module and the iPod touch/iPad must be on
the same LAN.

Compatibility: The SmartStart module is compatible with the following
models of Directed Electronics Security and/or Remote Start Systems:

Multiple Vehicles: If you have SmartStart module installed
in more than one vehicle, you can choose which vehicle to control right from
your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or compatible Blackberry or Android smartphone.
The Cars Screen lets you select which vehicle to control.

Functionality: With SmartStart, you can use your iPhone/iPad/iPod touch to
pre-warm your car's cabin in the winter, pre-cool it in the summer, lock/unlock
the doors, arm/disarm your alarm, or find your car in the parking lot. Your
vehicle responds exactly the same way as it does when using the alarm system's
remote control, with audible and visual confirmations. On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod
touch, you can perform the following commands, which appear as icons on the touchscreen:

SmartStart: Remote starts your vehicle and sends a confirmation
message. The vehicle stays running for the programmed run time (default is
12 minutes). You can tap the icon again to turn off the vehicle.

Trunk: Tapping the icon once opens a dialog box, asking you to
confirm the command (Yes/No). If you tap "Yes" the trunk opens the trunk and
a confirmation message is sent.

Panic: Activates the panic mode for 30 seconds. You can tap the
icon again to turn off. (This feature is used to attract attention if you're
in a threatening position. It can also be used as a car finder.)

Menu Bar/Screens: At the bottom of the SmartStart app
screen, the menu bar provides buttons to open any of the four screens:

Home: The Home screen is the default screen, and gives you access
to all of the remote commands: Lock, Unlock, SmartStart, Trunk, and Panic.

Alerts: The Alerts provides notifications from the system. The
number of new and un-cleared alerts are indicated by a red circle. The
notifications can be in the form of alarms, communication issues, or updates
to your service plan.

Cars: The Cars screen allows you to control multiple vehicles if
you have a compatible security/remote start system installed in more than
one vehicle.

Settings: The Settings screen allows you to control your
SmartStart login. It indicates your user name, and allows you to change
password, or request a forgotten password.

Virtually Unlimited Range: SmartStart works over the 3G cellular
network or over Wi-Fi, giving you virtually unlimited range anywhere in the
United States. As long as your vehicle is in range of a GSM cellular signal and
your phone has a 3G signal, SmartStart will work. When using Wi-Fi connection,
both the vehicle and device must be connected to the same LAN.

SmartStart Service Plans: Once you have installed the DSM200
SmartStart Module, you will need to subscribe to a SmartStart Service Plan. As
of November 2013, the SmartStart Secure 1-year plan is $69.49, and the 3-year
plan is $168.99. Included at no charge with the SmartStart Service Plan is membership in the SmartStart Motor
Club, with free 24/7/365 roadside assistance.

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Q & A

Customer Q&A

1 question already asked

Natalie,Unfortunately, I did not keep this device due to the price since it is just a module to an already existing Python models: 1401, 1601, 410P, 580, 5204P, 592, 5704P, 872, or 991 Security / Remote Start System. This module is also compatible with Clifford models: 1.2, 1.3x, 20.7x, 2.2, 3.3x, 50.7x, and 590.2x.Please be aware, you must have the security / auto-start system for this module to attach to.As for plans the options below are what is available.
As of November 2013, the SmartStart Secure 1-year plan is $69.49, and the 3-year plan is $168.99. Included at no charge with the SmartStart Service Plan is membership in the SmartStart Motor Club, with free 24/7/365 roadside assistance.[ LEAH Dec 18, 2013 ]